1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 11 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 3,238 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 152 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
