1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 51 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 (238 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 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 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB4 | A5 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2751 mm |