1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 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 132 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Volante | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 144 L |
