1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Audi A8
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 17 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8. 2004 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Audi A8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | A8 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |