2008 Acura TL vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 30 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 59 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | TL | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 97 L |
