2007 Volvo S80 vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 28 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 82 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80.
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, 2007 Volvo S80, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo S80 | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Volvo | Aston Martin |
Model | S80 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 97 L |