1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2008 Audi S5
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 246 more horse power than 2008 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Audi S5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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 Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2008 Audi S5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Vantage | S5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 63 L |