1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 546 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | V8 Volante | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3800 mm |
