1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | V8 Vantage | MC12 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 88 L |