1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1956 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1990 Honda Prelude 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 209 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 335 kg more than 1956 Maserati 350S.
Because 1956 Maserati 350S 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 1956 Maserati 350S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude, 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.
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1990 Honda Prelude | 1956 Maserati 350S | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Prelude | 350S |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |