1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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 DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Giulietta | DBS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
