1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1955 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 A8 (430 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 2005 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB2 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 4178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
