2011 Audi A5 vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5. 2011 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1967 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A5 | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A5 | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
