1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 41 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 99 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 660 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Rally Raid | 450 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
