1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 36 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 176 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Volante | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |