1959 Abarth Renault vs. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1959 Abarth Renault. 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:
| 1959 Abarth Renault | 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | Renault | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 521 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 325 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 | 891 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
