2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 Audi RS4
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Audi RS4. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi RS4.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 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 (556 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi RS4. (430 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | RS4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
