1958 Maserati 450 vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 33 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 281 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 849 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera 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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 450 | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | 450 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1639 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
