1995 Audi RS2 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1995 Audi RS2. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi RS2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Audi RS2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi RS2. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi RS2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi RS2 | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | RS2 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2604 mm |
