1958 Maserati GT 3500 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 54 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 98 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 46 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
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, 2012 Honda Insight, 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Maserati GT 3500 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Maserati | Honda |
Model | GT 3500 | Insight |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |