2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Audi TT
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT 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 204 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT.
Because 1999 Audi TT 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, 1999 Audi TT 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) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Audi TT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 379 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
