1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 20 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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 TT 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 TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT 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 TT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB4 | TT |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |