1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1992 Italdesign Columbus
To start off, 1992 Italdesign Columbus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Italdesign Columbus. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1992 Italdesign Columbus.
Because 1992 Italdesign Columbus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Italdesign Columbus 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, 1992 Italdesign Columbus (450 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 1992 Italdesign Columbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 1992 Italdesign Columbus has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Italdesign Columbus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1992 Italdesign Columbus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Italdesign |
| Model | V8 Volante | Columbus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3830 mm |
