1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 51 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 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 2012 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1961 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB4 | A4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |