1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 657 kg more than 2004 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati MC12.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | V8 Vantage | MC12 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 88 L |