1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Alfa 6 | DBS |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |