1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | 90 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4282 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 77 L |