1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 482 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Volante | Tundra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 100 L |