1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1985 Audi 200
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 404 kg more than 1985 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1985 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Volante | 200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |
