1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 111 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | V8 Volante | Safari |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 98 L |