1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. (266 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 301 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1980 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | V8 Volante | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 91 L |
