1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, 2005 Seat Leon 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 203 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante 2005 Seat Leon
Make Aston Martin Seat
Model V8 Volante Leon
Year Released 1986 2005
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.1 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1814 kg 1314 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 97 L 55 L


 

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