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 260 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.
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) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 350 Nm |
| 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 | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2751 mm |
