1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 117 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 431 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (244 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 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Volante | Sentra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 55 L |