1969 Abarth 2000 vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 2000 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 2000. (221 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1969 Abarth 2000. 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:
| 1969 Abarth 2000 | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 2000 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2620 mm |
