1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1992 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1992 Audi Coupe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1992 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1992 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Audi Coupe. (174 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1992 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB4 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
