1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2012 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 29 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 218 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 225 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, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante 2012 Honda Jazz
Make Aston Martin Honda
Model V8 Volante Jazz
Year Released 1983 2012
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 241 km/hour 176 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1818 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 97 L 42 L