2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 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:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
