1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 21 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 115 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 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 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Volante | X5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2099 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 93 L |
