1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 38 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 743 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Volante | Express |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 117 L |
