1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1963 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 1963 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DB4 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
