2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 546 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Express | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 97 L |
