1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 24 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 921 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2009 Maybach 57 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. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maybach |
| Model | V8 Volante | 57 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 110 L |
