2007 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A6 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 97 L |