2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda CX-9 | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
Model | CX-9 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 97 L |