1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1942 GAZ 10-73
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1942 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1942 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 364 kg more than 1942 GAZ 10-73. 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.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1942 GAZ 10-73 | |
Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
Model | V8 Volante | 10-73 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1942 |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |