1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 Audi TT
To start off, 2004 Audi TT is newer by 8 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 183 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (195 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 Audi TT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | TT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
