2007 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1978 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 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
Model | Accord | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 97 L |