1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1983 Donkervoort S7
To start off, 1983 Donkervoort S7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 207 more horse power than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1983 Donkervoort S7.
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) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (163 Nm). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Donkervoort S7. 1983 Donkervoort S7 has automatic transmission and 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Donkervoort S7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1983 Donkervoort S7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
Model | V8 Volante | S7 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 163 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |