1961 Abarth 750 vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 750 | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 750 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
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 | 535 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 113 L |