1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 24 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 334 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (435 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Volante | Tundra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 100 L |