1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1976 Audi Fox
To start off, 1976 Audi Fox is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi Fox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1976 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB4 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
