1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 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 13 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (304 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 103 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Volante | Camaro |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 72 L |