1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph TR6 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 213 more horse power than 1971 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 729 kg more than 1971 Triumph TR6. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | V8 Volante | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 64 L |
