1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 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 149 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna.
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, 2011 Renault Laguna, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Volante | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
