1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 32 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 176 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 59 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | V8 Volante | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 57 L |
