2005 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 173 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Accord | Gran Turismo 3500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
