1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 789 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Marcos |
Model | V8 Volante | TS500 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 321 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 475 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2300 mm |