1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 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 212 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 754 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Volante | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 65 L |