2007 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | 3500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |