1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 18 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 145 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 530 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Volante | Transporter |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |