1984 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 575 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 90 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | 90 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2601 mm |