1958 Maserati 450 vs. 1965 Maserati Tipo 65
To start off, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 5,046 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 (424 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 450 | 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | 450 | Tipo 65 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 5046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
