1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP) has 212 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2751 mm |
