1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 54 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Allroad. 2006 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Audi Allroad | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Volante | Allroad |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |