1974 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1974 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1974 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Steyr Haflinger | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Steyr | Aston Martin |
| Model | Haflinger | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2620 mm |
