1989 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 610 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ. (244 Nm). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | RZ | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
