2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 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 311 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 640 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | V8 Vantage | 90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |