1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1997 Audi A4
To start off, both 1997 Aston Martin DB7 and 1997 Audi A4 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4.
Because 1997 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (488 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (231 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1997 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
