1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 48 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 99 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4. 2011 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1963 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB4 | A4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |