1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 25 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 299 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1987 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 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse 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. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Volante | Traverse |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2113 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5207 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 83 L |