1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin Rapide.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin Rapide. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Suburban | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2990 mm |
