My brother and I recently saw and tried the Aston Martin Rapide. So excited to do it, but....I am disappointed at the end. I believe the Maserati Quattroporte (my brother owns one) is better in many ways.
First, it was difficult to look thru the front windshield when you drive and have a large view of what's ahead because the roof panel goes so far ahead of you. The rear seats are small and it is difficult to get in and out (and I am not tall...). The look/design of the Rapide does not show well in many colors (light blue/grey included).
The interior is of course magnificent (better than the QP). Great engine too but the difference in performances is not that significant (and is eliminated with the 4.7 and more powerful QP on its way).
Bottomline: for that kind of money, the Rapide is really not that superior. I was disappointed, I was expected something extraordinary.
First, it was difficult to look thru the front windshield when you drive and have a large view of what's ahead because the roof panel goes so far ahead of you. The rear seats are small and it is difficult to get in and out (and I am not tall...). The look/design of the Rapide does not show well in many colors (light blue/grey included).
The interior is of course magnificent (better than the QP). Great engine too but the difference in performances is not that significant (and is eliminated with the 4.7 and more powerful QP on its way).
Bottomline: for that kind of money, the Rapide is really not that superior. I was disappointed, I was expected something extraordinary.