1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 132 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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 Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX. 1998 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
