1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1956 Maserati 300
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (433 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 Maserati 300. (242 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1956 Maserati 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1956 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.
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1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1956 Maserati 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | V8 Zagato | 300 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
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 | 433 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |