2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 16 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
Model | 300 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 97 L |