1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante

To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 774 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.

Let's talk about torque, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Alfa Romeo 155 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
Make Alfa Romeo Aston Martin
Model 155 V8 Volante
Year Released 1994 1978
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 5340 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 494 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 11700 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 9500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1814 kg


 

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