1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | DB4 | MC12 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 88 L |