1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB6 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
