1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Audi Q7
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 21 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 94 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7. 2008 Audi Q7 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. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | Q7 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 100 L |