2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 169 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 2011 Audi A5, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 67 L |
