1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1982 Ferrari 126
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 126 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 126 (573 HP @ 11000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 126.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1982 Ferrari 126 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Volante | 126 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 11000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
