1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 620 kg more than 1948 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 6C | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 549 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
