2004 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A4 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 97 L |
