1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (328 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (441 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB5 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2992 mm |
