1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 Audi 100
To start off, 1971 Audi 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB4 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
