2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 1998 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (271 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Audi A6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
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 | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |