1980 Audi UR vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi UR would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | UR | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
