1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1964 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Suzuki Fronte 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 299 more horse power than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (33 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1964 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | V8 Volante | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 33 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2060 mm |
