1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light 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 303 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1268 kg more than 1959 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
Model | V8 Volante | Light |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |