1998 Buick Regal vs. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal, 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
| Model | Regal | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 97 L |
