2005 Audi S6 vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S6 | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | S6 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 97 L |