1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1960 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Volante | Popular |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 55 L |
