2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 277 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 670 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | V8 Vantage | 2600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |