2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 48 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari F430 | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | F430 | 450 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 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 | 1450 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |