1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1965 Maserati 151
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Maserati 151. (424 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati 151. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1965 Maserati 151. 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:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1965 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 151 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
