1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 19 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 73 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 519 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Volante | Boxster |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 64 L |