2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 472 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin V12 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 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | V12 Vantage | 146 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1697 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
