1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1985 Audi 90
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1985 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB2 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
