1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2013 GMC Yukon. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 652 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Yukon. 2013 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | V8 Vantage | Yukon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1962 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 119 L |