1958 Maserati 450 vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 44 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1958 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 555 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Maserati 450 | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | 450 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1345 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |