2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Silverado | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2620 mm |