1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Audi 4000
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1985 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 4000.
Because 1985 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 4000 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 4000. 1985 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
