2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 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 129 more horse power than 2011 Audi S3. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S3 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, 2011 Audi S3 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | S3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
