1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 89 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 639 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Volante | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |