1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Audi A6

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 545 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 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 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2006 Audi A6
Make Aston Martin Audi
Model V8 Vantage A6
Year Released 1984 2006
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 370 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.1 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.1 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 113 L 70 L


 

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