1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 854 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | V8 Volante | 312 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 43 L |