1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 38 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 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 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB6 | R8 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |