1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2002 Vector M12
To start off, 2002 Vector M12 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 182 kg more than 2002 Vector M12.
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, 2002 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2002 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Vector |
| Model | V8 Volante | M12 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
