2011 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (430 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Audi R8 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | R8 | Vantage |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5200 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 525 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1252 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |