1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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 (420 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Giulia | DBS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
