1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Audi RS6
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 12 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 99 more horse power than 2005 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2005 Audi RS6 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS6. (580 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS6. 2005 Audi RS6 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. 2005 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | RS6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 82 L |
