1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 280 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Volante | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 98 L |
