1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1960 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (241 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1960 Aston Martin DB2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | GTV | DB2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1175 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |
