1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 87 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover LR2. 2008 Land Rover LR2 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. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | V8 Volante | LR2 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |