1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 255 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Volante | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
