1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Audi S8
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Audi S8. (335 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | S8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
