1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 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 261 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 978 kg more than 1973 DAF 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | V8 Volante | 66 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 32 L |
