1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 24 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 151 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 82 kg more than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Volante | Element |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |