1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1954 Studebaker Champion
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker Champion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker Champion 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 217 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker Champion. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker Champion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 438 kg more than 1954 Studebaker Champion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1954 Studebaker Champion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Studebaker |
| Model | V8 Volante | Champion |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2970 mm |
