2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | F-250 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5339 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 97 L |
