1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1994 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1994 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 455 kg more than 1994 Maserati Ghibli. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | V8 Vantage | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |