1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Abarth 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Abarth 1500 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1952 Abarth 1500. (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1952 Abarth 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 700 kg more than 1952 Abarth 1500. 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:
| 1952 Abarth 1500 | 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1500 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 4282 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
