1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 321 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | V8 Vantage | Yukon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 148 L |