2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1995 Audi S6
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi S6 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 152 more horse power than 1995 Audi S6. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi S6.
Because 1995 Audi S6 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, 1995 Audi S6 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi S6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1995 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | S6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
