1964 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1964 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1964 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. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati 5000 GT | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Maserati | Aston Martin |
| Model | 5000 GT | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
