1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 604 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | GTV | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |