1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 25 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 36 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 292 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex. 2013 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Volante | Flex |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| 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 | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |
