1991 Alpina B vs. 2009 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B 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 100 more horse power than 1991 Alpina B. (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpina B.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpina B. (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpina B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2009 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
| Model | B | DBS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
