1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 214 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Volante | Chevelle |
Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |