2001 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,005 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (414 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A8 (542 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A8 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6005 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 469 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |