1986 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic 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 240 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 640 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. 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, 1986 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |