2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Vantage | 66 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |