1993 Honda NSX vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 430. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda NSX | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | NSX | 430 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
