1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 112 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 12 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Daimler |
Model | V8 Volante | 4.2 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |