1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Audi R8R
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Audi R8R | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB4 | R8R |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
