2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S4.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S4. 2011 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2011 Audi S4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Vanquish | S4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2809 mm |