1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1953 Aston Martin DB4 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 1953 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (276 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DB4 | 147 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
