Aston Martin AMV8 Volante 5.3 (309 Hp) | Technical specs, data, fuel consumption, Dimensions

Key specs

Aston Martin AMV8 Volante 5.3 (309 Hp) /Cabriolet 1978 - 1989/

What is the body type of Aston Martin AMV8 Volante?

Cabriolet, 2 Doors, 4 Seats

How fast is 1978 AMV8 Volante 5.3 (309 Hp)?

229 km/h | 142 mph

What is the power output of Aston Martin AMV8 Cabriolet 1978 5.3 (309 Hp)?

309 Hp

What is the engine displacement of Aston Martin AMV8 Cabriolet 1978 5.3 (309 Hp)?

5.3 l
5340 cm³
325.87 cu. in.

What is the number of cylinders in 1978 Aston Martin 5.3 (309 Hp)?

8, V-engine

What is the drivetrain of Aston Martin AMV8 Volante Cabriolet 1978 5.3 (309 Hp)?

Rear wheel drive. Internal Combustion engine. The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

What is the length of 1978 Aston Martin AMV8 Cabriolet?

4674 mm
184.02 in.

What is the width of 1978 Aston Martin AMV8 Cabriolet?

1830 mm
72.05 in.

What is the kerb weight of 1978 Aston Martin AMV8 Volante 5.3 (309 Hp)?

1791 kg
3948 lbs.

What is the number of gears in What is the gearbox type of 1978 Aston Martin AMV8 Volante 5.3 (309 Hp)?

5, manual transmission

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- Aston Martin AMV8
  - AMV8 Volante
    - 5.3 (438 Hp) Automatic
    - 5.3 (438 Hp)
    - 5.3 (324 Hp) Automatic
    - 5.3 (324 Hp)
    - 5.3 (309 Hp) Automatic
    - 5.3 (309 Hp)

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General information

Brand

Aston Martin

Model

AMV8

Generation

AMV8 Volante

Modification (Engine)

5.3 (309 Hp)

Start of production

1978 year

End of production

1989 year

Powertrain Architecture

Internal Combustion engine

Body type

Cabriolet

Seats

Doors

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Performance specs

Fuel Type

Petrol (Gasoline)

Maximum speed

229 km/h 142 mph

Weight-to-power ratio

5.8 kg/Hp, 172.5 Hp/tonne

Engine specs

Power

309 Hp @ 5000 rpm.

Power per litre

57.9 Hp/l

Engine layout

Front, Longitudinal

Engine displacement

5340 cm³ 325.87 cu. in.

Number of cylinders

Engine configuration

V-engine

Cylinder Bore

100 mm 3.94 in.

Piston Stroke

85 mm 3.35 in.

Compression ratio

9:1

Engine aspiration

Naturally aspirated engine

Volume and weights

Kerb Weight

1791 kg 3948 lbs.

Dimensions

Length

4674 mm 184.02 in.

Width

1830 mm 72.05 in.

Height

1372 mm 54.02 in.

Wheelbase

2610 mm 102.76 in.

Front track

1500 mm 59.06 in.

Rear (Back) track

1500 mm 59.06 in.

Ride height (ground clearance)

140 mm 5.51 in.

Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)

11.58 m 37.99 ft.

Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs

Drivetrain Architecture

The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Drive wheel

Rear wheel drive

Number of gears and type of gearbox

5 gears, manual transmission

Front suspension

Double wishbone

Rear suspension

De Dion axle

Front brakes

Ventilated discs

Rear brakes