1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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 (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2009 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | 2600 | DBS |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 78 L |