1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera is newer by 32 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 5,341 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 28 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Azera. (289 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 179 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera, 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Azera. (346 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Azera. 2013 Hyundai Azera 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. 2013 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
Model | V8 Volante | Azera |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2845 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 75 L |