1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 525 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Because 1957 Maserati 450 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 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Prelude | 450 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 4476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
