2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 707 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Taurus | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 97 L |