1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 624 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
Model | Centura | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |