1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 1985 Aston Martin V8 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 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Dardo | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 113 L |