2005 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A8 | V12 Vantage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4178 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 569 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1234 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |