1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 78 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hummer |
| Model | V8 Volante | H3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 102 L |
