1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1997 Audi A6
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 38 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1959 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 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6, 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1997 Audi A6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB4 | A6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |