1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 20 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 197 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Volante | Ranger |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 82 L |