2007 Ford Edge vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 1981 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 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge, 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Edge | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 97 L |
