1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1996 Caterham 7
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 10 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1996 Caterham 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1996 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1996 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
Model | V8 Volante | 7 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 36 L |