2008 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (420 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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, 2008 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2008 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | S6 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
