1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 17 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 169 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 314 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3111. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111. 2003 GAZ 3111 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. 2003 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
Model | V8 Volante | 3111 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |