1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2007 Audi Q7
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1967 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 2007 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB6 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
