2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cayenne | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 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 Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 97 L |
