1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 405 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Giulia | DBS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
