1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 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 337 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750.
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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 750 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 49 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 | 3490 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |