1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge 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 52 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
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, 2007 Ford Edge, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Volante | Edge |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 72 L |
