1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | DB4 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |