1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 352 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
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1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | A3 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |