1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 49 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1255 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 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 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 | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB4 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
