1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 20 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 115 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 529 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger. 2007 Dodge Charger 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. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Volante | Charger |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 68 L |