1996 Honda Legend vs. 1958 Maserati 300
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 920 kg more than 1958 Maserati 300.
Because 1958 Maserati 300 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 1958 Maserati 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend, 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. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 300 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Honda Legend | 1958 Maserati 300 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Legend | 300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2320 mm |