2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 145 kg more than 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 6C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 77 L |
