1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 46 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, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
