1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Audi S8
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2005 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Volante | S8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 90 L |
