2008 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 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 6 more horse power than 2008 Audi R8. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi R8 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | R8 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |