1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1950 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 32 kg more than 1983 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1950 Chrysler Windsor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | V8 Volante | Windsor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
