1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Navajo | Vanquish |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |