2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 32 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 179 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 1979 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 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Cruze | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2011 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 97 L |