2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1964 Aston Martin DB5
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster. 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | |
| Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
| Model | Roadster | DB5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 86 L |
