1966 Audi Variant vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 610 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, 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, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | Variant | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2601 mm |
