1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Ghibli. (332 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 555 kg more than 1973 Maserati Ghibli. 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:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
