1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 32 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 127 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Volante | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
