1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 48 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 689 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (651 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Audi A8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB4 | A8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |