1958 Maserati 450 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 27 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 237 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 5 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Maserati 450 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | 450 | 5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 972 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |