1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 314 kg more than 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | V8 Volante | 6C |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1940 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 77 L |
