1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 26 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 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 168 kg more than 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | V8 Volante | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 100 L |
