1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Maserati | Aston Martin |
Model | Ghibli | Vantage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2601 mm |