2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 75 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (234 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Impala | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 97 L |
