1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1991 Audi 80
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1991 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 1991 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB2 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
