1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 746 kg more than 1970 Datsun 240Z. 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 240Z. 1970 Datsun 240Z has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Datsun 240Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1970 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Datsun |
| Model | V8 Volante | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2300 mm |
