2005 Audi S8 vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 18 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 58 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S8 | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | S8 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 247 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1814 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 97 L |