1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP) has 434 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 742 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Graduate | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 113 L |
