1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 244 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain. 2012 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |
