1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 132 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | V8 Volante | Forester |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 60 L |