1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 530 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 689 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Vantage | 100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
