1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 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 6 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 72 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 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, 2007 Volvo S80 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Volante | S80 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |
