1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Volante | A4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 66 L |
