2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | DB9 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
