Ultimate exotic car battle: 2014 Maserati GranTurismo vs 2008 Aston Martin Vantage

[@GuitarAX7Tutor]

‘Life is too short to not have a Maserati’

[@ValEuroSport]

That's what I always say, friend! If you can't afford a Ferrari or a Lamborghini (let's face it, many of us will never sit in one), at least you owe it to yourself to own the closest thing to it: Maserati!

[@lolkevandewitte1713]

I hear you! I saw a Quattroporte pull into a gasstation in Belgium, I gues somewhere around 2010. I was sold... The movie “Intouchables” did the rest.... Two years ago I bought my first Maserati, and I love it, even if it is ‘just’ a Ghibli.....

[@mihailhidler5400]

@@ValEuroSport n e v e r s i t i n o ne Let's face it guys Face it

[@Sally10268]

@@ValEuroSport Well said.

[@juleswild9498]

​@@lolkevandewitte1713 that movie definitely shilled the QP well 😉 hit me too very well

[@ChicagoItalian]

I have a 2006 GranSport 4.2 V8. It’s been missed with Larini decats, Tubi exhaust, Firmula Dynamics Drive by wire, ECU tune, lowering springs and beefier sway bars. This car is an animal…for how heavy it is. People fail to realize is that this is a GT and NOT a Sports car. These cars are built for high speed traveling…150 mph +…all day long….sure it’s finicky, but that is just the passion coming out. Porsches are a penny a dozen…it’s like driving a Mercedes/BMW/Audi…..NO PASSION. This gentlemen forgot to mention that this is a 3200 Twin Turbo V8…a classic car. A lot of reviews of these cars are done with poor examples of the marque…because maintenance is so HIGH…but it’s worth it. I always get looks and thumbs up and everyone wants to race me. 0-60 -> 4.4/4.7 top seed 180+ with a normally aspirated V8…no hair dryers attached….just 4.2 liters and 420ish horsepower with my modifications. This car also pulls like a scolded dog and NEVER runs out of breath. So yourself a favor….buy a Maserati, a good example….don’t be cheap, do the maintenance and my GOD lose the boring Porsche/Mercedes/BMW/Audi blahness…..do something different for once. You WON’T regret it.

[@ValEuroSport]

I totally agree with you! I am so glad to see a fellow Maserati enthusiast!

[@201231]

08 Granturismo here🤫

[@ariam0357]

There is nothing like a MASERATI GRAN TURISMO BEST V8 OUT THERE!!!!!!

[@ValEuroSport]

I couldn't agree more! Stupendous sound coming out of this awesome machine!

[@tima.478]

100 agreed!!!! Sound can't be beat, neither can DIY'ing this V8...literally is a piece of cake to work on!

[@lolkevandewitte1713]

I am a Ghibli-driver, and I fully support this message

[@tima.478]

@CAMERON MALAFRONTE Not if you buy it used, one of the best values out there because of how much the depreciation is for this car!!!

[@hocineted7594]

Yes it looks better and sounds better.

[@Isalei84]

I own a GranTurismo Sport MC in Blu Sofisticato exterior color, and matching blue leather in the dash with blue contrast stitching in the interior, like this one. Simply put, the best car I've ever owned. Timeless design, best sounding V8 ever, handcraftsmanship fit and finish quality, comfortable ride, smoothest power delivery.

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you for chiming in. Your MC sounds absolutely stunning. One day, when I grow up I will get myself an MC Stradale. Until then I will dream on :-)

[@njerhtby76]

I also just purchased the blue with ivory seats I love it

[@PUNAMPINK]

MASERATI STEALS THE SHOW

[@ValEuroSport]

So totally agree with you! Absolutely stunning car. I am in hopeless love with it!

[@PUNAMPINK]

@@ValEuroSport this video one of the reason i bought a maserati mc stradale. and boy she screams on the road

[@lolkevandewitte1713]

Every now and then I come back to this review. I think it is because of the passion Valentin talks about the Maserati. Makes me even more proud owning one myself.

[@tima.478]

From some angles, the Aston Vantage reminds me of the Honda S2000.... My Masi GT doesn't remind me of anything except a Maserati!!!

[@ValEuroSport]

Well now, let's be a little more civil please :-)) The Aston does stand on its own in terms of styling. Until I saw the first Granturismo, I thought the Aston Martin Vantage was the sexiest car I've ever seen... But I agree with you, the Granturismo is pure potent mix of passion and adrenaline.

[@packtech]

@@ValEuroSport Maserati to me are Italian Astons anyhow. If Maser didn't exist i would have the Aston, so much class..

[@tima.478]

@@ValEuroSport No harm was meant by my comment, lol... If anything, It's a nod for Honda and definitely not a *dis* for Aston!

[@deanchur]

Hey Tim, how's your ownership experience been with it? Would love to own one or an LC500 myself; they're on my list of rewards when I hit my fiscal goals. Do you also know if a manual swap is a possibility? Ferrari was still making a V8 manual when the GT first launched and I'm certain Ferrari/Maserati shared engine parts in that era.

[@tima.478]

@@deanchur My Masi GT has been a dream, daily driver for almost 3 years. One of the most solid power trains you can find if you go around 2013 and up!!! The engine in my 2014 is referred to as the Ferrari-Maserati engine. Since 2001 this engine has been jointly developed by the two but produced by Ferrari. The engine is the F136 which is used by Ferrari in several of their models, most notably the Ferrari 458. The 458 is a flat plane crankshaft whereas the Maserati is crossplane. A manual swap would be a nightmare and not worth the headache, but I'm sure with a ton of money, could be achieved. But really, why would you???

[@tasnam]

I bought my 2016 Maserati GT new and have not had one single issue with it. It is a head turner and the sound hands down beats all other cars (based on many comments and my own biased opinion) - LOVE MY 2016 GT!!! - New Subscriber here

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you for subscribing to our channel. You will not be disappointed with the new upcoming videos. And I couldn't agree more! Taking the Granturismo out for a drive is a treat to all senses!

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you for sharing! These Maserati cars are indeed much more reliable than the Cambiocorsa they replaced. One thing you have to watch out for, though: If you don't have a garage for this car, build it! Do not leave it out in the hot sun! The black finish paint on all the buttons inside will melt and everything your touch will feel sticky and gross.

[@lbee5007]

Bought 2010 Maserati convertible two days ago absolutely in love

[@emanuelefasanofasano3814]

That sound from the Vantage though

[@kurtkaster5666]

That blue and saddle tan/brown is perfect.

[@vestasalecommeunange4973]

And I love the sound of Ashton. Analog

[@rousemotorsport]

I needed to have the Maserati exhaust note in my life, so I bought one a year ago and I have never regretted it.

[@ValEuroSport]

I can see from your user name that you really took it to heart!

[@davidg7624]

How timely I came across your video. At this very moment, I am considering an '09 Vantage or.......a '14 Gran Turismo. Even though there's a price difference, the one I like the best is the one I happen to be looking at, at the moment. So, your video didn't help. LOL. Both great cars, and the decision is a difficult, but wonderful one to have. Thanks for the comparison.

[@Landmantx]

If I see this color combination come up for sale in my area, I will be powerless to resist it. That Maserati is stunning.

[@j.m.harrincourt2208]

Pairing these two manufacturers was a great choice. Because they both build their cars from their own past. Thus, they always represent a more conservative direction of sports car construction. The Vantage clearly evokes the smooth lines of the db4 gt zagato, while the GranCabrio carries on the legacy of the legendary 450S sports car of the ’50s and its predecessors in its design. But I have to say the Maserati starts with handicap because the classic lines never prevail with the vibrant colors. Perhaps it would have been more fortunate to choose a specimen painted with Grigio Nuvolari. The other downside is that the first series of GranCabrio was more aesthetic (as usual) than the second one here. The classic design has fallen victim to the desperate effort to win the graces of growing younger buyers. Thus, Kevlar covers were included, which should rather be left to Lamborghini and his associates. The Vantage was fantastically hit, especially with the rear view of the car, which seemed a bit unimaginative at the time the Maseratin was released. It's not so dangerous with today's eyes. The problem with AM is (as usual) with the aesthetics of the instrument panel and steering wheel. It’s simply not the cockpit of a sports car, it’s an American limousine. This sight is always sad, just like the db9, which also has a fantastic look. Here, the Italian gains an unimportant advantage, as we still see most of our car from the inside. But I add again, not thinking about this parrot color scheme interieur, with the carbon platelets. (sorry). The sounds. The Vantage combines the sounds of an ancient British sports car with the ripples of American muscle cars of the ’60s. The Maserati is a typical Italian, starts from a baritone and arrives at a roaring tenor. Both are unique and pleasant. But the tenor boils the person's blood better ... But of course it is subjective, as are the previous ones I wrote above.

[@ValEuroSport]

Hello, thank you for the detailed review you wrote for this video. Perhaps I chose the Maserati in that wild color combination to even the odds a little, seeing that it faced the legendary Aston Martin Vantage. I can tell that you have a true appreciation for art as it applies to cars. I loved the Vantage but I have to say that having acquired a few more DB9s in the meantime, I discovered that I prefer the latter. Maybe I am getting a little too comfortable driving these cars, and I appreciate having a little more space and a little more power (or rather a lot). Thank you for watching. Please stay tuned as I have some fun sports cars coming in. Valentin

[@glynnjohnson2194]

I own a maserati gran turismo in blu meditoraneo. Best car I ever owned. Dr Jekyll is wicked sport mode. Mr Hyde is quiet and more subdued.

[@ValEuroSport]

Hi Glynn, Looking over the "Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde" I realize that Dr Jekyll was the nice, civil guy, while Mr Hyde was his evil alter-ego. The case can be made that Mr Hyde's brutish ego is called upon with the Sport button. I sort of mangled that in my video. Sorryyyyy....

[@ValEuroSport]

The Blue Mediteraneo is an awesome color too! I think these pieces of art look good in pretty much any color. Buying them in silver would be an affront though to what this car's purpose is .....

[@nizzmo100]

On build quality alone the Aston Martin hands down .

[@ValEuroSport]

Agreed. The Aston Martin is indeed very well put together. It does not have the Maserati sticky plastic issue resulting from leaving the car out in the sun, but you should still keep this car out of the sun. I have seen a few instances of leather shrink on the dash.

[@evan9536]

Maserati is the true ultimate driving machine. It checks all of the boxes - classy, sporty and the infamous Italian V8. I love Aston’s as well, but like you said: life’s too short to not own a Maserati. Also I really hope your channel picks up soon! I love the content, you deserve a LOT more subscribers!

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you for the kind words Evan! I added a co-host to our channel to make it a little more entertaining. Check out our upcoming video comparison between a 2006 Jaguar Super 8 Portfolio and a 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. I should be able to post it sometime this week. In the meantime, please subscribe and share our videos. Cheers!

[@evan9536]

@@ValEuroSport I certainly will. Keep up the good work!

[@MrDallman]

Great review again Valentin ...keep them coming...I like the Aston but the Maserati will always win my heart, and that’s why I bought one and I bloody love it.

[@ValEuroSport]

I totally agree! I liked it so much, I bought 2 more convertibles: 2013 Sophisticato Blue over Sabbia and a 2014 Bright Red on Sabbia.

[@ValEuroSport]

I completely agree with what you said... I just bought 2 more Granturismo cars. Keep watching my channel. I should have another video coming out of a 2014 Maserati Granturismo convertible in Rosso Trionfale over Ivory.

[@jimmieriggins8077]

Lv

[@Maseratitine]

Thanks so much for this very complete and interesting comparaison. They are my 2 favourite cars, i bought the Granturismo (MC sport Line, the one you can see on my channel) because it was a deal that you cannot let go but I'm thinking that i should have be patient and get the other... In fact, it seems to be more complicated beacuse they are two different cars, different atmosphere, different emotion, different purpose... Not easy !

[@bradleyyounger8499]

I love them both but I think my choice would be the Maserati because of the sound and that beautiful interior

[@dcs0113]

Great review....I've had a gran turismo s 2012 coupe and an aston db9.2 2014 coupe.....cant go wrong with either

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you for watching! Please subscribe, we have more fun videos coming up. We are going to pit a 2006 Aston Martin DB9 convertible with 6 speed manual against a 2007 Bentley Continental GTC. We will also pit the same DB9 against a Maserati Granturismo MC Stradale coupe.

[@LeoVinteler]

Maserati is my favorite. The MC. Great review. Esti Roman? Salutari

[@ValEuroSport]

Buna ziua domnule. Sint roman intr-adevar... De unde mai ghicit?

[@LeoVinteler]

@@ValEuroSport Salut. După nume si accent. Toți îl avem, mai mult sau mai puțin. Îți dau subscribe, hai si la mine pe canal dacă îți plac ceasurile. Îți urez numai bine. 👋🏼👋🏼

[@D-day-1996]

It's difficult I'm a die hard Aston Martin fan and I would say take the Aston for sure but the sound of the Maserati it's magic for your ears

[@ValEuroSport]

The Maserati is a loud, obnoxious car indeed. Great to drive on a bad day, to bring some smiles to your face and make you forget your troubles LOL

[@D-day-1996]

@@ValEuroSport I believe you unfortunately I never driven on before someday I will drive both of them

[@pipolebnene]

I had a granturismo 4.2 with the exhaust of the 4.7 with valves always open its a dream sound wise but i would love having the last one with the new infotainment system and install a novitec supercharger on it since it is not fast oem

[@ValEuroSport]

Wow, you are dreaming up quite a project here. I have never heard of anyone adding a supercharger to a Maserati engine. I bet that would make it a screamer!

[@pipolebnene]

@@ValEuroSport kzbin.info/www/bejne/qImcZmeEmr-MrKc Over 600hp! Should have been from factory for the last 2-3 production years but they did not really put in the work during all the years of production which is a pitty

[@automotivetestdriver3473]

Both are purest Art!Cars like this make you in love. But the Italian one ist not reliable as the Brit. Ps.of course the weight of age difference is on the Aston,next time compare it with the new Vantage.

[@ValEuroSport]

Fully agree with you. The Maserati is certainly a work of art. Remember this car is coming from the country that gave us Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. If it was Honda reliable, it would be the number one selling car, no doubt... The Aston is indeed more reliable.

[@mell7183]

Damn the Maserati sounds amazing! I’ve been looking between this and the f type jags. The Aston sounds amazing too!

[@ValEuroSport]

Between you and me, although I LOVE Jags, the F Type is a cheapened Aston Martin Vantage. I believe they share a lot of components and underpinnings. They are sharp looking cars but pretty tight on space. That's why I would prefer the Granturismo. If you buy it in your bachelor stage, and later get married, you actually do have the space to bring the kids along, should you be blessed with them ;-)

[@ValEuroSport]

And yes, the sound is INTOXICATING, especially when you press that little round button labeled SPORT ;-0

[@juleswild9498]

I don't own such a car, in fact no car at all yet, but damn the grin I get from watching and especially hearing that Granturismo>;)

[@samalbuquerque1765]

I love both even been a Maserati Owner

[@ValEuroSport]

You can't go wrong with these 2

[@maseraticc2834]

Great video Valentin, thank you Sir! You must have had so much fun filming this! I have. a Maserati and love it so much for it's Italian style and V8, every journey in it is special, and that V8 is just epic.....! - A friend has the same 4.3 Vantage in hardtop as you drove here which is also gorgeous. I think the choice comes down to whether you want the old British class of an Aston, or the somewhat more flamboyant Maserati. Both beautiful cars, and both make the world a better place when you see them on the road, especially when you are behind the wheel! Keep up the good work! ;-)

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you for the kind words fellow enthusiast! You are right, I did have a lot of fun making this video. You summed it up very nicely about these 2 cars and I totally agree about the flamboyant Maserati. I believe the Granturismo is becoming my new toy actually. If I have to run an errand on a nice sunny day, that is the car I pick :-)

[@ValEuroSport]

By the way, stay tuned. We are planning to put together a comparison presentation between a 2006 Jaguar Super 8 Portfolio and a 2011 Maserati Quattroporte S. It's going to be EPPPICCCCC!!

[@maseraticc2834]

@@ValEuroSport I am very much looking forward to that Valentin!!! :-)

[@adamsdailydriveway]

The masi color combos is amazing!!

[@ValEuroSport]

Yes, that Sofisticato Blu is AHMAZING! I have another Coupe coming in soon with that exterior color but with Bianco Pregiato interior.

[@sebastianconstantin5176]

0:10 wow, didnt realise the Maserati is soo long, love it iven more now, more space and comfort.

[@cr0uchingtiger]

I have the Maserati Ghibli (in this blue colour) and have been wanting a GT ever since. But I just can't believe how thirsty they are. Would cost me about £25 every time I wanted to visit my friends a few miles away.

[@abdosimon]

I love your love of the drive experience. I’ve got a 2013 and it’s exactly as you describe

[@ItachiUchiha-lr3yr]

someone Help I'm about to buy a Maserati Ghibli S v6 425 bhp or a Aston DB9 V12 470bhp which one????? I am torn?

[@ValEuroSport]

Most definitely, the Aston Martin! The Ghibli is an object of ridicule here in the States. It's basically a Chryslerized Maserati 😂

[@ItachiUchiha-lr3yr]

@@ValEuroSport Thanks, I get that evryone hates it in the States but it's still a Maserati and it's a head turner, and I am used to Alfas and that italian flair, But the aston is a headturner too, the Aston is a V12 which is swaying me slightly I am imagining the sound with an Xpipe exhaust. I will also be able to get it fixed a lot easier than the maserati.

[@tuningoptions5774]

Maserati is a piece of art , a timeless unique car with Ferrari V8 engine which produced for 12 years that means a lot!!

[@ValEuroSport]

Yes, Where else can you buy a Ferrari engined car with the looks to convert any accountant into a car lover?

[@user-qq2mo1ek2r]

Both are stunning cars. A fairer comparison would have been to have a 2014 Vantage so same model year. As mentioned the 2014 car would have had 4.7 V8 and 420hp plus the robotizes manual would have been second generation so slightly better. The Maserati colour is simply stunning with the tan interior.

[@ValEuroSport]

Agreed. We are limited by our budget though. A 2014 Vantage would cost north of $65-$70k. Now, if I could get a few more thousands of subscribers, it would certainly help. Will you be my ambassador ;-) ?

[@JeffXiaoAn]

just bought a Maserati GT and omg I’m so glad I did!!!

[@ValEuroSport]

Congratulations!

[@tobiasstahl8212]

Aston the best piece of art❤️

[@thumpertorque_]

My only complaint is the Maserati doesn't come in manual so I'll have to go with the Vantage,

[@ValEuroSport]

Oh My God! A granturismo with a manual would have been a Ferrari killer! I believe Ferrari helped with the engine design on the condition that the Maserati will not be offered with a manual so it wouldn't cannibalize the Ferrari sales.

[@davedonk4457]

The Mas looks perfect when some wheel spacers are added. This bring the tyres level to the body which is the main thing lacking and briings a very much more aggressive stance.

[@ValEuroSport]

Agree 100%

[@PeterSchneemann]

I was planning to buy å granturismo until I realized I cannot fit in it. I did not even check the trunk, but now I realize how small it is too.

[@PeterSchneemann]

Life is too short not to have a Maserati 😊

[@stevielowe2853]

Love this review...for the record I'd pick the aston

[@ValEuroSport]

Hi Stevie, I am glad to hear you liked the review. Judging from your profile picture, may I say you might be a little biased ? LOL. I do agree, the Aston Martin has a certain "je ne sais quoi" that makes you pick the Vantage for a drive, over mostly any other car.

[@stevielowe2853]

@@ValEuroSport lol...well yes you could say that but I do admire the Maserati it's a certain head Turner for sure . But as you say the Aston has that certain something

[@tima.478]

Hard to go wrong with either, but as someone who has also owned both, you would be doing yourself a disservice by choosing the Aston....jus saying! Took a road trip, my girl and I, my brother (6'1" like me) and his wife...The GT is a bonafide 4 seater. We have no problem with room for 4. This type of trip is not at all possible with the Aston.

[@ZaneAli]

Hey Brother Valentin, nice video and by the way, our next purchase from you will probably be Maserati :)

[@ValEuroSport]

I hope so!

[@Ardentautosports]

Owned a 2011 gran turismo convertible and regret selling it. Looking to purchase another one because they are intoxicating.

[@ValEuroSport]

Bonjour Jerome, You have come to the right place! I have just posted a Rosso Trionfale on Cuoio 2012 Maserati Granturismo Sport Convertible with 34k miles on my website (see valeurosport.com). Check it out, you might like it!

[@yazdanahmed9849]

Myyy man. I have watched this videos 7 times going getting ready to buy mine. You need to review some lambos and Ferraris please

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you for the kind words Ahmed! If I can just get a million more subscribers like you, I can then afford to get myself a Lambo or a Ferrari for a cool review ;-) So please make this video viral for me, please, please :-) :-)

[@RyneLanders]

Videos are very well shot, and Valentin sounds like Scarface narrating each one, haha.

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you for watching and for the complements! Love it!

[@lordemed1]

Val, you are the consumate car salesman..bravissimo!

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you Gene for the kind words! I have always been passionate about cars!

[@mbaqcytvav]

Two beauties. Love them both. I would get the coupes. Even prettier.

[@ValEuroSport]

I prefer the convertibles... They are more practical than the coupes, and you can drop the top and show off during those cool summer evenings ;-)

[@mbaqcytvav]

@@ValEuroSport Convertibles are heavier and I prefer a roof over my head in case of a rollover.

[@ricocamGTO]

I have a 2007 V8 Vantage. Did fancy a Maserati Gran Turismo before but people kept putting me off saying they were nothing but trouble....and they lose value. Do still love them though. Who knows....maybe after the Aston i might go for one. Nice video my friend.

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you for the kind words Rico. Yes, Maseratis are not exactly the paragon of reliability :-) If they were Honda reliable, they would have been the #1 car to have. Just like a beautiful woman, it can break your heart (or your wallet), when you least expect it. I have not had any major powertrain issues, but have encountered electrical problems from time to time. You can count on those darn TPMS faults to creep up on you any time, LOL.

[@jetguyfly1]

Is the Aston more reliable than the gran turismo?

[@p4rvussy101]

Wow ! Liked and subscribed too , if i were to judge by your video quality i’d atleast think you have 750K subs but i guess people don’t appreciate your hard work 🤷‍♂️.... thankfully i do !!! Great job 💯

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you for the kind words! We are having a lot of fun doing these videos. Can you tell ? We will have an awesome video coming up! Comparison between a black 2006 Aston Martin DB9 Volante convertible (6sp MANUAL!) vs a Rosso Trionfale 2013 Maserati GranCabrio convertible. Please share my videos so we can increase viewership of this channel! Have an awesome day! Valentin

[@p4rvussy101]

@@ValEuroSport woahhhh 🙀🙀.... waiting for the awesome content ‼️‼️‼️‼️

[@higgins4042]

"Tapered" is the word of the day. Wonderful video Valentin, like always

[@ValEuroSport]

Glad you enjoyed the video! Have you seen the last video we posted of a comparison between the Jaguar Super 8 and the Maserati Quattroporte S?

[@maea344]

Valentin is the... Aficionado!! Great review. Thank you for the content!!

[@ValEuroSport]

Thanks for watching! Stay tuned! We have more fun videos coming out!

[@vestasalecommeunange4973]

I don’t know what he’s going to choose but as a girl I’ve always liked Ashton. And it won’t change

[@markjones3778]

You can’t beat an Aston Martin its simply art and sounds great James Bond is right 😉

[@ValEuroSport]

That's what I thought until I got into the GranCabrio! We will release a full length video this week about 2 GranTurismo Coupe cars. I think you will join me into agreeing that the sound is OUTRAGEOUS!

[@dresdonfury]

Nice double review. For me, the only slightly disappointing side of the Maserati is the rear... tail lights are nice but they aren’t as sexy as the rest of the car. I think they got a bit lazy back there. I’m not sure you mentioned the color of the Aston... is it tempest blue by chance? It doesn’t seem 100% silver/gray.

[@ValEuroSport]

Bonjour Jerome, I never thought of it that way. I considered the stop lights are more than adequate for the car. You may have a point. The Granturismo is a knock dead gorgeous car. Perhaps Maserati could have designed a better tail light. This is not exact science. Remember those multi variable algebra equations that had a non-unique set of solutions? This is one of those cases. As to the color of the Vantage, Aston Martin calls it "Meteorite Silver". It is a rare color... I haven't seen another one like it since... Thank you for waching! Valentin

[@adamsdailydriveway]

I miss my mc gran turismo, sounded amazing, drove so nice, not the fastest thing but I did keep up with a 5.0 on the highway, this was my cruiser, and it is very dated but so are Bentleys from 04-2011, they keep their looks and the quality is amazing, I’m deff in the market for another one.

[@ValEuroSport]

Well, you are in luck! I have a Sofisticato blu over Bianco Pregiato coupe, and a Rosso Trionfale over Bianco Pregiato convertible coming in this week. Take your pick ;-)

[@charlieryan1736]

Thanks for another excellent video 👌🏻 Just Subscribed

[@ValEuroSport]

Thanks for the sub!

[@tirsoluis4988]

I’ve always been a fan of Aston Martin’s sleek designs, but this Lamborghini’s design features are amazing, especially the interior leather’s contrast with the body paint. Wow! What a car! Valentin always has the coolest car videos!

[@ValEuroSport]

Thanks Tirso! Keep watching my channel. I should have a video coming soon of a Rosso Trionfale 2014 Maserati GranTurismo Convertible.

[@mikaeljonsson4686]

Love the Maserati, but they could learn interior design/finish and quality from Aston... to much stuff borrowed from the Fiat/Chrysler parts bin like buttons, multimedia screen and other small stuff... makes it feel less premium... But the body design and engine... Maserati is BEAUTIFUL and has the engine sound to match! 😍😍😍

[@alfonsosaenz6542]

Gorgeous machines

[@ValEuroSport]

Indeed! All the other factors (reliability, fuel economy, utility, etc) fly out the window when you see one of these. It's love at first sight!

[@chazg8489]

Which is more comfortable for the taller gentlemen? Or should I just keeping day dreaming about owning a 911?

[@ValEuroSport]

I am 6'1" and I definitely feel comfortable in either car. The Maserati has more room of the two, offering a back seat as well. The Vantage is a 2 seater, although the V12 DB9 has a back seat. I could not comment on the Porsche 911. I sat in a back seat of one, 30 years ago and I had to contort myself in a pretzel...

[@lolkevandewitte1713]

I’m 1.96, drive a Ghibli. From perspective of size I can say the 911 fits like a glove. The seats are amazing, and so is the positioning of steering wheel and pedals. Second comes the GT. The Aston is really to cramp for me. All three are different beauty’s, that’s just a matter of taste.

[@edpaine7982]

Is Maserati reliable enough?

[@howieriemann4304]

Love the video! Thank you for making it!

[@ValEuroSport]

You are welcome! And thank you for watching it! Please forward it to your friends. Let's make this viral !

[@chefJCH1]

What about resale value and reliability?

[@lincolnpinkoln359]

You got the Robert Deniro going on bro..😎

[@ValEuroSport]

"Jus' a lil' bit", "Jus' a lil' bit"

[@ericyoung3003]

Love my GT! Incredible car!

[@ValEuroSport]

There are very few cars out there that put a huge smile on my face when I drive them. This is one of them ;-)

[@germainclerici8623]

In the doubt i will take both!

[@franzmerle9224]

Not a fair fight, compare it with the same Year, V8 Vantage S Roadster. Than you get a diffrent result. You wanna be, Adriano Celentano or James Bond ?

[@ValEuroSport]

Can I be both ;-) ?? Sort of a Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde kind of situation ;-) ? Seriously, a 2014 Aston Martin convertible would have been unaffordable at that point in time, and it is basically the same car as the 2008, if not for an upgraded engine on the newer Vantage... Thank you for watching!

[@tommyfreckmann6857]

Vantage all day! Just has more theatre, smaller, nimbler, and just looks like quality from the gauges to the sound to the attention to detail.

[@ValEuroSport]

Aston Martin does make beautiful art, I agree. Also the quality shines throughout the car, as you correctly point out. I do believe that Maserati stole the show for me, at least for now ;-)

[@ggggg6689]

how much is the blue car going for

[@ValEuroSport]

The Sofisticato blue Maserati has already been sold. I do have a Mediterraneo Blu 2013 GranCabrio MC with only 9k miles for sale at $76000.

[@josephdobbins791]

That Maserati is georgious! #mydreamcar

[@ValEuroSport]

I think the color makes the car too! Buying a Granturismo finished in silver would be a huge disservice to art and beauty!

[@asilvas-santos7078]

Hello my friend!!! I love the content you put out on social media.

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you for the kind words! Love to get your feedback! Stay tuned for more fun stuff coming ;-)

[@c05l24]

I have been watching your reviews for years. The quality has improved bit by bit to the point where now it is excellent. Good for you, let me know if you ship to Canada and maybe we can do some business :)

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you for your kind words Chad! We will be putting out another video in the coming days: a comparison between a manual transmission 06 Aston Martin DB9 Volante and a 07 Bentley Continental GTC Convertible, so stay tuned! We ship cars all over the world so yes, Canada is not off limits for us.

[@cobra1010]

The Maserati is just fantastic!

[@michaelking4578]

I like these cars but somehow I can’t let go of my classic AMC Gremlin. It’s purple so yeah.

[@ValEuroSport]

I love your enthusiasm ! I bet that purple Gremlin is a huge hit with the ladies ;-)

[@alanhunter2009]

Sorry to be a pedant but it is a Grancabrio, the Granturismo is the hardtop coupe.

[@mikenelson1009]

Alan Hunter Correct - in the UK. However, they don't call it the Grancabrio in the USA.

[@ValEuroSport]

That is correct! Although I really like the GranCabrio name a lot!

[@1970borntorun]

Hey guys! On a somewhat unrelated topic, at which year did Maserati/Ferrari fix that known-issue with the Variator valve causing the engine to starve for oil upon start up? Thank you to all that respond. Ciao from California!

[@rodolforamos7397]

This problem was fixed from 2013 and up.

[@1970borntorun]

@@rodolforamos7397 Thank you for responding. And please don't take this the wrong way, but what is the basis for your thoughts on this issue?

[@ValEuroSport]

I heard about the variator issue. I have seen it in the older models (07-08) but not in the newer models...

[@mrporsche4236]

Its a big dilemma for me when i win the lotto 2 of my favourite cars ever wow

[@sportsfreundberlin]

Should have compared the Aston to a Maserati from the same decade, before the styling became more aggressive, like the 4200 GT or GranSport. I like the understated exterior in the cars of both brands from that decade.

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you for watching. One day when I grow up and can afford having a 14 GranTurismo Convertible AND a 14 Aston Martin Vantage AT THE SAME TIME, I will undoubtedly put such a video together, LOL. Until then, I will have to keep my fingers crossed that my viewership increases so much so fast that I can get there before I turn 95 years old :-)

[@RootBeerGMT]

Seems like these two should have been the subject of more comparisons. I have had some of the older Maseratis, 2004 and a 2005 and they are fun cars. Way larger these days. Always sort of wanted a DB9. Still do. Would shoot for a 2009-2012 coupe. The vantage doesn’t seem like the best comparison. At this level it should be the DB9 against the Maserati GT. I think they spec out performance wise very close. The “Maserati” name seems to get a lot love and they are fairly common in Florida. Of course so are the Astons. If life and BTC permits, think I’d still shoot for the DB9.

[@ValEuroSport]

Right after we finished the film, we thought the same thing you did. This comparo was not exactly fair to the Vantage, given the years difference, and performance statistics. Unfortunately, I didn't have a DB9 available in my inventory at the moment. I will be planning to work on such a comparison next time I have the chance.

[@alexandruandreibotezatu7229]

Frumoasa treaba!

[@ValEuroSport]

Va multumesc foarte calduros si La Multi Ani!

[@alexandruandreibotezatu7229]

@@ValEuroSport La multi ani!

[@LxTxSURGE]

Maserati it’s just a lifestyle

[@ValEuroSport]

Yes!

[@bodegaboys7475]

One car is significantly older than the other.

[@ValEuroSport]

True. I happened to have these 2 cars on hand and I thought they have so much in common, being geared to the same audience.

[@monostorizsolt2472]

And smilar price

[@earltpt]

Great review, in the UK that’s a gran cabrio.

[@ValEuroSport]

Yes, that is true!

[@ttrib1]

Man who is the guy he have the coolest swag ever😎😎👌🏾

[@ValEuroSport]

You might have seen him in the opening scenes of "Austin Powers, international man of mystery" shooting a machine gun from the mountain top :-)

[@NG-td6yw]

My Dream Car!🔱

[@sebastianconstantin5176]

10:59 for sure, black wheels from distance just look like a black spot, u dont see the shape of the wheel, the beauty of wheel. this car need some hot wheels

[@jonathanm.2151]

this guy look like Mike Wolfe's bother.....from American Pickers

[@ValEuroSport]

Finalllyy.... There it is! Someone finally saw the resemblance! Yes, I have a lot of fun watching American Pickers, seeing myself sort through people's overstuffed garages for hidden treasures! Sometimes I yell "Go Val! Nicely done!"

[@etherial9385]

What's the beginning song?

[@RootBeerGMT]

The maserati is rare as a four seat convertible or coupe-they are actually useable rear seats.

[@ValEuroSport]

Totally agree! Most of these 4 seat convertibles, are actually 2 seaters with some rear room for a purse or a wallet :-)

[@shelbysrt5700]

i loved both,looks are prettier

[@ValEuroSport]

which looks are prettier? Aston Martin or the Maserati?

[@mannyboy669]

Aston Martin is an icon and it’s design is timeless. If u wanna feel ur James Bond every time u drive.. Maserati? I dunno.. the brand is getting cheaply made not like the older modes, and not as well made of other cars, probably in the same level of Jaguar not Ferrari or lambo, this model has not changed its design from 2008. U see Maserati everywhere but not an Aston Martin..

[@ValEuroSport]

Dear Manny, I agree with you about the Aston Martin. Maserati did start making cheap cars (Ghibli, 6 cylinder Quattroporte and Levante). The Granturismo cars are still V8 powered cars still emitting the aural treat we have all come to love. You could say the GranTurismo is the last "true" Maserati. Aston Martin is a much smaller market niche than Maserati. That may be the reason you don't see so many AM cars on the road.

[@monostorizsolt2472]

I have my jag xf 3l since 4 years and the car is 7+ now, well maintanied when has to and never had a problem with it Gives a smile anytime i sit in it Your comment comes as there is a problem with Jag when you comparing to Mase, i hope thats true and your information is false so i can happily buy a bigger smile for the weekends :) I woud be much scared if a cars realibilty would be compared to a BMW, thats the make i see always on the hard shoulder! Valentin, great video, thanks fo this! Im in a debate with myself to get a vantage ~2005- 2007 or to get a gt after 2011 with MC shift The masserati is an eyes candy and comes with automatic, the AM has a different style and unfortunety manual gearbox

[@honguenloh4612]

Bewtiful mate!:)

[@ValEuroSport]

Thank you! I absolutely love these fine cars!

[@Lianpe98]

I think the convertible is called grancabrio instead of granturismo

[@ValEuroSport]

Yes, for those of you in Europe, you are correct! But here in the States, we are only offered the "GranTurismo" coupe and convertible.

[@Lianpe98]

@@ValEuroSport I don't live in europe but ok, I didn't know that.

[@cantho11]

Why not compare 2014 to 2014???

[@ValEuroSport]

We are self funded. A 2014 Aston Martin Vantage usually costs about twice as much as a Maserati Granturismo of the same year. Now if I could get more views and subscribers, perhaps one day I could afford a more balanced rematch ;-)

[@cantho11]

@@ValEuroSport alright my dude.

[@robertgeci3613]

Forza Maserati!

[@ValEuroSport]

Forza Italia e Maserati !!

[@spaniardsrmoors6817]

Did I miss something which does he prefer? Me, Maserati by a mile not even close.