1958 Maserati 450 vs. 2007 Maserati GT

To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 49 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Maserati GT. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Maserati GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 800 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.

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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GT. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GT. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Maserati 450 2007 Maserati GT
Make Maserati Maserati
Model 450 GT
Year Released 1958 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4478 cc 4244 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 487 Nm 451 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1590 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2670 mm


 

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