1993 Audi S2 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi S2 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 283 more horse power than 1993 Audi S2. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 224 kg more than 1993 Audi S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi S2 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, 1993 Audi S2 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi S2. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi S2.
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1993 Audi S2 | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | S2 | V12 Vantage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1697 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |