1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Audi RS6
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | RS6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 82 L |
