1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | Alfa 6 | 450 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |