1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Viper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 800 kg more than 1956 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, 1991 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Viper | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Viper | 450 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
