2007 Volvo S60 vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 20 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 189 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60, 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Volvo | Aston Martin |
| Model | S60 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 97 L |
