1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 44 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 55 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
