1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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 5,339 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 194 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 358 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | V8 Volante | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 180 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 | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 60 L |