1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1962 Maserati 151

To start off, 1990 Honda Prelude is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 210 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.

Because 1962 Maserati 151 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 1962 Maserati 151. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Prelude 1962 Maserati 151
Make Honda Maserati
Model Prelude 151
Year Released 1990 1962
Engine Size 1958 cc 3942 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 112 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 487 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2310 mm


 

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