2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1994 Audi A6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |