1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1985 Audi 90
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1985 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB4 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
