1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 29 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) has 162 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 255 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 2013 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | A5 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1383 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |