2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 36 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2011 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. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |