1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1994 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
