1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
