2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin V12.
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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin V12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | V12 | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 338 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |