1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 262 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | V8 Volante | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 104 L |
