2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 27 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 411 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cayenne | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 97 L |
