1996 BMW 545 vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 1996 BMW 545 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 113 more horse power than 1996 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 860 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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 545. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 545 | 450 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |