2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (815 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Corvette | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8201 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 815 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 97 L |