1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale
To start off, 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale. (315 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale.
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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale. (373 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Barchetta Straale |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
