1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | Virage | 450 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |