1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 GMC Yukon. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 951 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Yukon. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 93 L |
