1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2001 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 113 more horse power than 2001 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 244 kg more than 2001 Holden Berlina. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2001 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | V8 Volante | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
