1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 33 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (317 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (434 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Saloon | A7 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 414 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2914 mm |