1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 17 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 95 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 498 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Volante | Touareg |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 100 L |