1992 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 210 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Accord | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |