1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 24 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 101 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 400 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Volante | Touareg |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 100 L |