1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 834 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | V8 Volante | 124 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
