1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 585 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Spider | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 322 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
