2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 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 151 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2001 Audi A8 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, 2001 Audi A8 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, 2001 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Audi A8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |