1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1354 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
Model | V8 Volante | 7 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |