2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (365 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | Vanquish | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |