1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Volante | A8 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5192 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3073 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 90 L |