1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 251 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Alfa Romeo RZ 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Make Alfa Romeo Aston Martin
Model RZ V8 Vantage
Year Released 1994 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 208 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 469 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1631 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4382 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1867 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1257 mm