1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1985 Audi 90
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1985 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB6 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
