1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 245 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 MCC Smart | |
Make | Aston Martin | MCC |
Model | V8 Volante | Smart |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |