1988 Buick Century vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1988 Buick Century is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 1981 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 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century, 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Century | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
| Model | Century | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2620 mm |
