2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
