2009 Audi S6 vs. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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, 2009 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | S6 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 97 L |