1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 109 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 2007 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Volante | S60 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 68 L |