2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 104 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 91 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ranger | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 97 L |
