2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Brera | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1257 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |