1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 23 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 85 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 737 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Volante | E-150 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 132 L |