1995 Acura Legend vs. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 219 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | Legend | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 97 L |
