2011 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1978 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 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9, 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda CX-9 | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
| Model | CX-9 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1964 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 97 L |
