1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 221 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
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 Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | Virage | Savana |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 117 L |