1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Volante | 8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
