2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 26 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 565 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Silverado | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5358 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 97 L |