2012 Nissan Maxima vs. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 212 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Maxima | 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
Model | Maxima | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2012 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 97 L |