1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Seat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Alhambra | DBS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
