1951 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB3 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB3 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1948 mm |
