1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 31 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 391 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT.
Because 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT. 2011 Audi TT 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. 2011 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | TT |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |