1984 Honda Accord vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1984 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Accord | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Accord | 3500 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |