2011 Volkswagen Eos vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 309 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Eos | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Volkswagen | Aston Martin |
Model | Eos | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2011 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4423 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1444 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 97 L |