2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 800 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Maserati Coupe 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 2008 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa, 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Coupe | 1998 Honda Capa | |
Make | Maserati | Honda |
Model | Coupe | Capa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |