1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1983 Dodge 600
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge 600 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 221 more horse power than 1983 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 649 kg more than 1983 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1983 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Volante | 600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
