1962 Maserati 3500 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Maserati 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 1962 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Maserati 3500 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Maserati | Honda |
Model | 3500 | Insight |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |