1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1965 Maserati Tipo 65
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Tipo 65. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 (424 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 should accelerate faster than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 860 kg more than 1965 Maserati Tipo 65.
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:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Tipo 65 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
