1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (105 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 514 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Volante | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2930 mm |