1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 25 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 143 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | V8 Volante | Forester |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 60 L |