2009 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 713 kg more than 1964 Maserati 3500.
Because 1964 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 1964 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Accord | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 198 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
