1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Audi S3
To start off, 1999 Audi S3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1999 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S3 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | S3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 42 L |
