1996 Audi S6 vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 40 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 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | S6 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
