2007 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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 58 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 22 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, 2007 Honda Civic, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |