1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 2004 Aston Martin V12
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. 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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 2004 Aston Martin V12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Scarabeo | V12 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
