2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 374 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT, 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 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | GT | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 97 L |
