2001 Steyr G-series vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2001 Steyr G-series is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Steyr G-series. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2001 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Steyr G-series weights approximately 356 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2001 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Steyr G-series 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, 2001 Steyr G-series (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Steyr G-series | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Steyr | Aston Martin |
| Model | G-series | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
