2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 13 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish (620 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A8 | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2067 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1294 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
