1975 Honda Civic vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1975 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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) has 183 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Honda Civic, 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
