1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 31 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2009 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 670 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 73 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 816 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2009 Bugatti Veyron 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. 2009 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bugatti |
Model | V8 Volante | Veyron |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |