1962 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. 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. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1962 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1962 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Maserati 5000 GT | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Maserati | Aston Martin |
| Model | 5000 GT | Virage |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1283 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |
