2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 420 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
