2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 775 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vanquish | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
