2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Hyundai | Aston Martin |
| Model | Accent | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 97 L |
