2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 228 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 128 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 Maserati 228. 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | V8 Vantage | 228 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |