1989 Maserati 430 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 430. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 430. (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 430 | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Maserati | Aston Martin |
| Model | 430 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |
