1999 Acura NSX vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 42 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 119 more horse power than 1999 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 674 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
Make | Acura | Maserati |
Model | NSX | 450 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 1464 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |