1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 15 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 964. (261 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 964. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 609 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 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, 1993 Porsche 964 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | V8 Volante | 964 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 73 L |
