1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 34 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 243 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 799 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Volante | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
