1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | 2000 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |