1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 271 kg more than 1993 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | Virage | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1875 mm |
