1999 Audi TT vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | TT | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
