1987 Alpine V6 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 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 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 313 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6.
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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2009 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | V6 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
