1949 Bentley Mark VI vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bentley Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bentley Mark VI would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bentley Mark VI weights approximately 36 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1949 Bentley Mark VI has manual transmission. 1949 Bentley Mark VI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bentley Mark VI | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Bentley | Aston Martin |
| Model | Mark VI | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 317 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
