1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Audi RS4
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi RS4. (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Volante | RS4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 63 L |
