1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Audi Q5
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 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 380 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. 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 Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |
