1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 606 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Volante | F-350 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 110 L |