2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 230 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 Audi A6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |