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Aston Martin V8 Volante 1973

General information

ModelAston Martin V8 Volante
Year1973
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5341 ccm (325.91 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5341 ccm (325.91 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power321.00 PS (236 kW or 317 HP)
Compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke100.0 x 85.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed219.0 km/h (136.1 mph)
0-50 miles4.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1770 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1814 kg (3,999.2 pounds)
Overall length4630 mm (182.3 inches)
Overall width1840 mm (72.4 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2620 mm (103.1 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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