1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 21 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 52 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 36 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, 2010 Ford E-150, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150. 2010 Ford E-150 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. 2010 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Volante | E-150 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 72 L |