1989 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 550 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Honda Accord | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Accord | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2941 mm |