2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1957 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
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 Alpina B5 (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1957 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1957 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
Model | B5 | DB2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |