1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1978 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. 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:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1978 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
