1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, both 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante and 1973 Lancia 2000 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 203 more horse power than 1973 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 624 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | V8 Volante | 2000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |