1996 Audi S6 vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | S6 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 97 L |