1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 604 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | GT | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
