1958 Maserati 450 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 25 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 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 450 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 450 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
