1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 49 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB5 | A8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |