2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2006 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 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | GT | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
