1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 672 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 33 | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
