1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 50 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 395 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. 2009 Audi A6 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. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 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 | 1350 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
