2010 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 553 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Silverado | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 97 L |
