1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Audi A4

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 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 388 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A4 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 A4 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2008 Audi A4
Make Aston Martin Audi
Model V8 Vantage A4
Year Released 1977 2008
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 549 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 745 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.1 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.1 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 113 L 66 L


 

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