1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 968 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 129 L |
