2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1996 Audi A6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | DB7 | A6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 55 L |