1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1981 Audi UR
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 22 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 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1981 Audi UR | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB4 | UR |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |