2002 Audi RS4 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Audi RS4. (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Audi RS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS4 | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | RS4 | DBS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
