1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 277 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | Coupe | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
