1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 43 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 154 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 309 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, 2002 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 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
