2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1982 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1982 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1982 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
