1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB3 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2751 mm |
