2008 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A8 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
