1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 754 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 75 | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
