2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 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 155 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (265 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
