2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A4 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4700 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |