1969 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1982 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta (510 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 1969 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1969 Bizzarrini Manta has manual transmission. 1969 Bizzarrini Manta 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:
| 1969 Bizzarrini Manta | 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Aston Martin |
| Model | Manta | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
