2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 12 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) has 242 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5.
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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1372 mm |
