1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 32 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 137 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC.
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, 2012 Scion tC, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Scion |
| Model | V8 Volante | tC |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 55 L |
