2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 627 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (427 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Silverado | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
