1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 669 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | GT | DBS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
