1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1949 Maserati 4
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1949 Maserati 4. (256 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1949 Maserati 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1949 Maserati 4. 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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1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1949 Maserati 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | V8 Vantage | 4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 630 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |