2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
| Model | 911 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 97 L |
