1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 21 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 165 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 591 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Volante | Sentra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 55 L |