1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 29 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 121 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. 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, 1990 Honda Concerto, 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Concerto | 3500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |