1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1946 Maserati A6
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Maserati A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Maserati A6 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1946 Maserati A6. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1946 Maserati A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1946 Maserati A6. 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.
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1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1946 Maserati A6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | V8 Vantage | A6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 875 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |