2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Vanquish | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 333 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2992 mm |
