1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1999 Audi A4
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (262 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1999 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |
