1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 380 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Spider | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
