2007 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A8 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1257 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |