1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 58 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 705 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.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 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 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB3 | A4 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |