2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300. 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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (479 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | 300 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1814 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
