1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB3 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
