1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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 225 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 971 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (550 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Project Vantage | Q7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 550 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |