1972 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 490 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Suburban | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2601 mm |