1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 5,340 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 749 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Volante | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 61 L |
