1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. 2010 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1960 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB2 | S6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
