1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 26 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 191 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 479 kg more than 1999 Toyota Picnic. 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic, 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Volante | Picnic |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |