1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | GTV | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
