1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 151 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 734 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord 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. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Volante | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 65 L |
