1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi Super 90 | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | Super 90 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 489 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2604 mm |