1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 26 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | V8 Volante | 300 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.9 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 72 L |