1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy 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 Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Jimmy | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2990 mm |
