1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1941 Maserati 4
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1941 Maserati 4. (218 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1941 Maserati 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1941 Maserati 4. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1941 Maserati 4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
