1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor 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 208 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 654 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
| Model | V8 Volante | Victor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
