1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2000 Infiniti I30
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I30 is newer by 22 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 298 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I30.
Because 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I30. (294 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2000 Infiniti I30 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | V8 Volante | I30 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
