1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 28 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 9 more horse power than 2013 Ford EDGE. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford EDGE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 208 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2013 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford EDGE. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford EDGE. 2013 Ford EDGE 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. 2013 Ford EDGE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Volante | EDGE |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2223 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 72 L |