1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 153 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 519 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Aston Martin Suzuki
Model V8 Volante Grand Vitara
Year Released 1973 2009
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1814 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2650 mm


 

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