2007 Ford Freestar vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestar is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Freestar weights approximately 41 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1985 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 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestar, 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestar. (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Freestar | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Freestar | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 97 L |