1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 821 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 145 | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 521 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 577 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
