1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 64 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | V8 Volante | 300 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3517 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 68 L |