1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Volante | Silverado |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 129 L |