2003 Audi LeMans vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi LeMans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi LeMans would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Aston Martin DBS. (510 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 2011 Aston Martin DBS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Audi LeMans.
Because 2003 Audi LeMans is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | LeMans | DBS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
