1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 152 kg more than 1964 Maserati 3500.
Because 1964 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 1964 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Maserati 3500 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Maserati | Honda |
Model | 3500 | Accord |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2725 mm |