1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 267 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Volante | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |