1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 27 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 16 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (301 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | V8 Volante | LR3 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 86 L |