1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1973 Audi Asso
To start off, 1973 Audi Asso is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1973 Audi Asso | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB4 | Asso |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 163 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |