2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Audi Asso
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Audi Asso | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | Asso |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 163 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |