1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 934 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
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1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | Monotipo | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |