1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2009 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610.
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 (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS 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 | 2009 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 610 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
