1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 19 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | A6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |