2009 BMW X6 vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 24 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 78 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | X6 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 97 L |
