1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 765 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Volante | Express |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 117 L |