2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 20 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 661 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Bentley | Aston Martin |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 97 L |
