1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 25 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Volante | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1603 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 75 L |
