1958 Maserati 450 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 41 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 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 450 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | 450 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
