1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1986 Italdesign Machimoto
To start off, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 180 more horse power than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Because 1979 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 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto, 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1986 Italdesign Machimoto | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Italdesign |
| Model | V8 Volante | Machimoto |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
