2005 Audi TT vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Audi TT 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT 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 TT 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) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (321 Nm). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | TT | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 97 L |
