1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP) has 421 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 108 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 470 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2746 mm |
