1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 416 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | 75 | DBS |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 78 L |