1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Triumph Spitfire | 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Triumph | Aston Martin |
Model | Spitfire | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2620 mm |