1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 22 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 672 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | V8 Volante | Discovery |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 88 L |