1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Audi Variant
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 920 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Aston Martin V8 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 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
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1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 Audi Variant | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | Variant |
Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |