2000 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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 V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A8 | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
