2007 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A6 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2989 mm |
