1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 612 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | GTV6 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 4282 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |