1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 394 kg more than 1986 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (206 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 75 | Project Vantage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
