1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 20 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Volante | 575M Maranello |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
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 | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 105 L |