2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1980 Maserati Merak
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1980 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1980 Maserati Merak.
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:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1980 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Merak |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
