1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 334 kg more than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
| Model | V8 Volante | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
