1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (381 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Saloon | A6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 82 L |
