1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1974 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ginetta G15 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 259 more horse power than 1974 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1974 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ginetta G15. (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1974 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ginetta |
| Model | V8 Volante | G15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
