1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 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 449 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | V8 Volante | Sierra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 98 L |