1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Audi S4
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Audi S4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | S4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |