2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 126 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1980 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Freestar | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 97 L |