1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 160 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Volante | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |
