1967 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bizzarrini GT 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 209 more horse power than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1967 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1967 Bizzarrini GT 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.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bizzarrini GT | 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Aston Martin |
Model | GT | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |