1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 27 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 354 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Volante | A3 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |