1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP) has 243 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 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 843 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 132 L |
