1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 826 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Volante | F-250 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 144 L |