2007 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
Because 2001 Maserati 3200 GT 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 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has manual transmission. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
