1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla 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 219 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 959 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Volante | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |