2007 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 51 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 229 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 728 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Accord | 450 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
