R8 GT vs Vanquish
Audi · Aston Martin
1/4 Mile winner
Vanquish
Beats the R8 GT by 0.01s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Vanquish beats the R8 GT by a hair, finishing 0.01 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Vanquish thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
602 hp
580 hp
0–100 km/h
3.6s
3.6s
Top speed
320 km/h
324 km/h
Engine
V10
V12
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
560 Nm
630 Nm
Price
$253,290
$294,000
Simulated race times
Distance
R8 GT
Vanquish
100 m
5.057s
5.057s
1/8 mile
7.440s
7.437s
1/4 mile
11.106s
11.092s
1 km
19.610s
19.551s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: R8 GT is $253,290 vs $294,000 for the Vanquish — a $40,710 gap. Power: R8 GT makes 22 hp more (602 vs 580).
FAQ
Which is faster, the R8 GT or the Vanquish?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Vanquish is faster, beating the R8 GT by 0.01 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the R8 GT vs the Vanquish?
The R8 GT hits 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds, while the Vanquish does it in 3.6 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The R8 GT produces 602 hp; the Vanquish produces 580 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The R8 GT tops out at 320 km/h, and the Vanquish reaches 324 km/h.
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