1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport.
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, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport has automatic transmission and 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Volante | V8 GranSport |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 88 L |
