2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1975 Maserati Merak
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Merak 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 233 more horse power than 1975 Maserati Merak. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1975 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 319 kg more than 1975 Maserati Merak. 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.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1975 Maserati Merak | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | V8 Vantage | Merak |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1326 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |