2010 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 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 401 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 560 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Aston Martin DBS | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DBS | 90 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4722 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 49 L |
