1995 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1995 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX. 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 2007 Maserati GT | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | NSX | GT |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |