2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Audi S8
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 5 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, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (380 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2012 Audi S8 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, 2012 Audi S8 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, 2012 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2012 Audi S8 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. 2012 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Audi S8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | S8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 513 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 650 Nm |
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 | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1948 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2992 mm |