1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2002 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 14 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | V8 Volante | DB7 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 577 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 89 L |