1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 645 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Maserati 3200 GT 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 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | 1300 | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3217 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2670 mm |
