2007 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 20 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 53 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 74 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A4 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 5341 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 97 L |
