1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | A4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |
