1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 14 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 87 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1274 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
Model | V8 Volante | 21 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 100 L |