2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Maserati Coupe. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 890 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Coupe. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Coupe | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
Make | Maserati | Maserati |
Model | Coupe | 450 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |