2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 52 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 176 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | 450 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |