1958 Maserati 450 vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 43 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 261 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
Because 1958 Maserati 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Maserati 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 450 | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | 450 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1215 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
