1991 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 33 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 223 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 716 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | 100 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 790 kg |
