1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 586 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Volante | Touareg |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
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 | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 100 L |