1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Volante | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 132 L |
