1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1973 Audi Asso
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1973 Audi Asso | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Project Vantage | Asso |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 163 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |