2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 21 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 113 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 244 kg more than 2003 Holden Berlina. 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Berlina | 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
Model | Berlina | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |