1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Volante | Beetle |
Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |