1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Lexus SC is newer by 29 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 49 more horse power than 2007 Lexus SC. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 267 kg more than 2007 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus SC. (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus SC. 2007 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Lexus SC | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | V8 Volante | SC |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 75 L |