2008 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 30 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 87 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A8 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 97 L |