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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 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 290 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) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB4 | A4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 349 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 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 |