1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 38 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB4 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
