1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (323 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 736 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Savana. (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Savana. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | V8 Vantage | Savana |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 117 L |