1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 23 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 441 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. 2012 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. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | Virage | Savana |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 117 L |