1996 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 1985 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 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS, 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile SS | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Aston Martin |
| Model | SS | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
