1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1955 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 274 kg more than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1955 Plymouth Belvedere | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Plymouth |
| Model | V8 Volante | Belvedere |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2930 mm |
