1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 29 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 217 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 49 kg more than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mahindra |
| Model | V8 Volante | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 55 L |
