1958 Maserati GT 3500 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Maserati GT 3500 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Maserati GT 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 1981 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati GT 3500 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Maserati GT 3500 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Maserati | Honda |
Model | GT 3500 | Accord |
Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |