1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1957 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1957 Moretti 1200. 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:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1957 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Moretti |
| Model | V8 Volante | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
