1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Volante | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 75 L |
