1990 Audi 100 vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 33 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 305 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Because 1957 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 1957 Maserati 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100, 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | 100 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
