1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 176 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Volante | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 90 L |