2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1995 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (286 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1995 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB9 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
