1970 Ginetta G15 vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G15 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G15. (71 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G15 | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Ginetta | Aston Martin |
| Model | G15 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
