1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 28 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 845 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.

Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante 2006 GMC Sierra
Make Aston Martin GMC
Model V8 Volante Sierra
Year Released 1978 2006
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 5326 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1814 kg 2659 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 6330 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 4010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 97 L 129 L


 

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