2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. 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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2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1961 Maserati 5000 GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | V12 | 5000 GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |