1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 257 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 6C | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2604 mm |
