1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro
To start off, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro (591 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 920 kg more than 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro.
Because 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro 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 Nuvolari Quattro (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Nuvolari Quattro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 591 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
