1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 26 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Volante | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 98 L |
