1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 29 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | A4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |