2007 Maserati GT vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GT would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 320 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Maserati 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 2007 Maserati GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight, 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | GT | Insight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |
