1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Audi R8. (525 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi R8.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | R8 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |