1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati MC12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | Project Vantage | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 88 L |
