1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 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), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 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 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Volante | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 98 L |
