1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Audi Rosemeyer
To start off, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 8,003 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Audi Rosemeyer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer (630 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (549 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2000 Audi Rosemeyer.
Because 2000 Audi Rosemeyer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer 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, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer (1,032 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm). This means 2000 Audi Rosemeyer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Audi Rosemeyer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Rosemeyer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 8003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 630 HP |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 1032 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
