2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 696 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Vanquish | 90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
