2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B 10.
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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
Model | B 10 | DB9 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |