2008 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin Rapide. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | S4 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
