1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1964 Aston Martin DB5
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610. 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 610 | DB5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
