1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 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 232 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 682 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB2 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |
