1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 525 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Audi TT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | TT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 62 L |
