1998 Honda NSX vs. 2003 Maserati Kubang
To start off, 2003 Maserati Kubang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Kubang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Kubang (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Kubang should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Maserati Kubang is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Kubang will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Maserati Kubang (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Kubang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2003 Maserati Kubang | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | NSX | Kubang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
