1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Volante | A4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 64 L |