2009 Audi RS4 vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2009 Audi RS4 is newer by 28 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, 2009 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Audi RS4.
Because 2009 Audi RS4 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, 2009 Audi RS4 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi RS4. (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi RS4. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS4 | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | RS4 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 97 L |
