2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1957 Maserati 450

To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 44 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 188 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.

Because 1957 Maserati 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Maserati 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2001 Citroen C5 1957 Maserati 450
Make Citroen Maserati
Model C5 450
Year Released 2001 1957
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 4476 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 487 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1548 kg 790 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2410 mm