1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 26 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 149 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 874 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Volante | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 90 L |
