2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Audi 200
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200. 1985 Audi 200 has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Audi 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
