2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 257 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
Model | SRX | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 97 L |