2009 Ford Maverick vs. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 303 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Maverick | 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Maverick | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 97 L |