1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato.
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 Kia Cerato, 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V8 Volante | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 55 L |
