1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 22 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 184 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 199 kg more than 1995 Toyota Previa. 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, 1995 Toyota Previa, 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Volante | Previa |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |