2008 Honda Element vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 46 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 626 kg more than 1962 Maserati 3500.
Because 1962 Maserati 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 1962 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element, 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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1962 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1962 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Element | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
