2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 117 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | HR-V | GT 3500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
