2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1960 Aston Martin DBR2
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 | |
| Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
| Model | B5 | DBR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 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 | 1810 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
