1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 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 156 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 229 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Xedos |
Model | V8 Volante | 9 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |