1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 715 kg more than 2006 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | S4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 63 L |
