1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Audi S4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Volante | S4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 63 L |