1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2002 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1961 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alpine A 108 | 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | |
Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
Model | A 108 | DB7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 5932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 577 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 89 L |