1947 Buick 40 vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1947 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1947 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Buick 40 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Buick 40 | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
| Model | 40 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1814 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
