1958 Maserati 450 vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 47 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 178 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 865 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 450 | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Maserati | Saab |
| Model | 450 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1655 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
