1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RL. 2011 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | Maserati | Acura |
| Model | 450 | RL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1852 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2799 mm |
