1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1971 AC 428
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1971 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 388 kg more than 1971 AC 428. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 1971 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1971 AC 428 | |
Make | Aston Martin | AC |
Model | V8 Volante | 428 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 639 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |