1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 18 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 92 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 556 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Volante | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 132 L |
