1958 Maserati 450 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 54 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) has 120 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 785 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 450 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
| Model | 450 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 275 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
