1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 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 114 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Volante | F-150 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |