1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50.
Because 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50, 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Vantage | V50 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
