1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 777 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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. 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | V8 Volante | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 104 L |
