1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 989 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| 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 | 432 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 148 L |
