2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 67 L |
