1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1958 Maserati 300
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Maserati 300. (243 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1958 Maserati 300. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1958 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Volante | 300 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
