2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 897 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sportage | 450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
