2004 BMW 645 vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 47 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 73 more horse power than 2004 BMW 645. (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 925 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 645. (447 Nm). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 645 | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 645 | 450 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 487 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |