1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Audi Avantissimo
To start off, 2001 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Audi Avantissimo. (424 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Avantissimo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Audi Avantissimo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Avantissimo. (600 Nm). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Avantissimo. 2001 Audi Avantissimo has automatic transmission and 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi Avantissimo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Audi Avantissimo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | Avantissimo |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |