1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 275 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 493 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | 2600 | Vantage |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 216 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |