1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1991 Ferrari C62
To start off, 1991 Ferrari C62 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari C62 (588 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari C62 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 714 kg more than 1991 Ferrari C62.
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, 1991 Ferrari C62 (723 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari C62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1991 Ferrari C62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Volante | C62 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 588 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 723 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 120 L |
