1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 454 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Volante | Monaro |
Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4139 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |