1983 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP) has 395 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 890 kg more than 1983 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. (203 Nm). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | GTV | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 113 L |
