2006 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 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 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
| Model | 911 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 288 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 | 1560 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 97 L |
