1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1991 Audi V8
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Audi V8. (280 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 106 kg more than 1991 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi V8. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi V8. 1991 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1991 Audi V8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Volante | V8 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1712 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |