1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1977 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman 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 103 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 273 kg more than 1977 Holden Statesman. 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1977 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Volante | Statesman |
Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |