1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Volante | F-250 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3970 mm |