1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 25 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 64 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 214 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. 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) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | V8 Volante | Airflite |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 100 L |
