1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 730 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | SZ | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 549 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 113 L |