2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1965 Aston Martin DB5
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | |
Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
Model | B7 | DB5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 86 L |