1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 660 kg more than 1964 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Spider | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
