1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Coupe | 2-Litre |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
