1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 33 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 67 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 529 kg more than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Charger. 2006 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Volante | Charger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
