1958 Maserati 300 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Life weights approximately 40 kg more than 1958 Maserati 300.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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. 2005 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 300 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 300 | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Life |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
