1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 148 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 229 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Xedos |
Model | V8 Volante | 9 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |