1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Volante | A4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 66 L |