2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1988 Audi 90
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 90 would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1988 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 600 kg more than 1988 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 90, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1988 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
