2000 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX. 2008 Maserati Coupe has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | NSX | Coupe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |