1939 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 73 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 131 kg more than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has automatic transmission and 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 6C | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1939 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
