1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1942 Buick 40
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1942 Buick 40. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1942 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 13 kg more than 1942 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1942 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | V8 Volante | 40 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1805 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
