1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1957 Maserati 450

To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.

Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150.

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1998 Ford F-150 1957 Maserati 450
Make Ford Maserati
Model F-150 450
Year Released 1998 1957
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 4476 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 203 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 487 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2075 kg 790 kg
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2410 mm