1995 Acura NSX vs. 1962 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 3 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1962 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Acura | Maserati |
| Model | NSX | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
