1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1999 Honda Legend

To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 13 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 115 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 144 kg more than 1999 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante 1999 Honda Legend
Make Aston Martin Honda
Model V8 Volante Legend
Year Released 1986 1999
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.1 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1814 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 97 L 68 L