1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Because 1961 Maserati 3500 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 1961 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX, 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, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | S-MX | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
