1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 30 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 192 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 206 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V8 Volante | Ducato |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |