1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1416 kg more than 1966 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 110 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 549 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| 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 | 576 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 113 L |
