2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. (247 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
