1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1998 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | F-150 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
