1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 490 kg more than 1941 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:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 6C |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 1990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 77 L |
