1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2001 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2001 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sierra. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2001 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | Virage | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
