2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1977 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 GMC Suburban 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban. 1977 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1977 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | Vanquish | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3300 mm |