1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1957 Maserati 250
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 250 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 237 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 250. (306 HP @ 10000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1957 Maserati 250. 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:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1957 Maserati 250 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 250 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 10000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
