1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1944 Maserati 4
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1944 Maserati 4. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1944 Maserati 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1944 Maserati 4. 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.
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1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1944 Maserati 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | V8 Vantage | 4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 630 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |