2008 Nissan Murano vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 29 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 86 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 52 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Murano | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 97 L |
