1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1969 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 81 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1969 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Volante | Impala |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 53 L |
