1990 Honda NSX vs. 1956 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 635 kg more than 1956 Maserati 350S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 350S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 1956 Maserati 350S | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | NSX | 350S |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2330 mm |