2009 Audi RS4 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Audi RS4. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2009 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi RS4. (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi RS4. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS4 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | RS4 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
