1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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, 2007 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB4 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |
