1954 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C. (271 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 864 kg more than 1954 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:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 6C | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 97 L |
