2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
| Model | B3 | DBS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
