1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger

To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 424 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante 1971 Chrysler Charger
Make Aston Martin Chrysler
Model V8 Volante Charger
Year Released 1988 1971
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 4341 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1814 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2680 mm


 

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