1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 44 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 2006 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
